Ember Soft Flame Lighter
A classic metal lighter with a soft flame, suited to pipes and everyday use.
- Soft flame, not a torch
- Metal body
- Suits pipes and general lighting
- Simple mechanism, easy to maintain
SKU: ET-EMBERSOFTFLAME-01
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Description
Soft flame versus torch
A soft flame burns cooler and moves with the air. That is a disadvantage outdoors, where wind defeats it, and an advantage with a pipe, where a torch's concentrated heat can scorch the rim of the bowl and the tobacco beneath it.
Where it belongs
Pipes, indoor use, and anyone who dislikes the roar and intensity of a jet flame. Cigar smokers are divided: purists argue a soft flame is gentler on the wrapper, while others prefer the speed of a torch.
Using it with a pipe
Hold the flame above the tobacco and draw it down rather than pressing it into the bowl. Light in two stages: a charring light to raise the surface, tamp it flat, then light again properly.
Care
Keep the fuel topped up and the mechanism clean. Soft flame lighters are simple, which is why they last; the flint and fuel are the only parts that need attention.
If you need wind resistance
Our jet lighters are the better outdoor tool, and the dual jet suits cigars in particular.
Frequently asked questions
What is the difference from a jet lighter?
A soft flame burns cooler and is affected by wind. A jet is hot and windproof but can scorch delicate tobacco.
Is it good for pipes?
Yes, it is the traditional choice. A torch flame can scorch a pipe's rim and the tobacco.
Will it work outdoors?
Poorly in any breeze. Use a jet lighter outdoors.
Is it refillable?
Check the specifications above for the fuel type and refill details.
Can I use it for cigars?
Yes, and some smokers prefer it for being gentler on the wrapper, though it takes longer to toast the foot.